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Meet Our High Five to Thrive Authors
Dr. Donita Grissom
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Donita Grissom is a passionate educator, mentor, and advocate for hope and empowerment. With a Ph.D. in TESOL from UCF, she has dedicated her career to teacher training, multilingual education, and cultural proficiency. A certified life coach and hope specialist, she uses research and experience to uplift others. As a professor, consultant, and speaker, she inspires educators worldwide to create meaningful change.
Debbie Simoes
President
Debbie Simões' journey began with a passion for teaching, inspired by giants like Zig Ziglar and John Maxwell. Despite a brain injury altering her path, she earned two M.Ed. degrees and became a leader in education. As the founder of Best Questers, she empowers educators through training, leadership, and connection. When not "Best-Questing," she enjoys her South Florida garden with her husband and pets.
Dr. Viki Kelchner
Vice-President
Dr. Viki Kelchner is a globally recognized expert in counseling and education, dedicated to supporting youth, families, and educators. A licensed professional counselor and school counselor, she has over 25 years of experience in mental health and trauma-informed practices. She trains future counselors and collaborates with schools to promote well-being. Passionate about self-care and inclusion, she’s currently writing a book on teacher wellness.
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High Five to Thrive
High Five to Thrive
This practical, uplifting resource can help you:
Build confidence with five simple, research-backed practices
Take meaningful action by creating a personalized plan
Recognize growth with a pre- and post-assessment
Restore hope through relatable educator scenarios
Tune into your passion for education
Wherever you are on your teaching journey-overwhelmed, inspired, exhausted, or just unsure-this resource can help you claim your passion and thrive.
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Best Questers Blog
The Story Behind Best Questers: A Calling, A Mission, A Movement
Like so many others, I lost my job in the middle of the pandemic. One moment, I was navigating the chaos of education in a world turned upside down. The next, I was updating my LinkedIn profile, dusti... ...more
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July 06, 2025•3 min read
Hope Agents: The Life-Changer You Need Today
New Blog Post DescriptionA Hope Agent is someone who helps you hold on to hope—even when it feels like it’s slipping through your fingers. They’re the ones who: Help you set realistic goals. Come up w... ...more
Hope ,Best Questers
June 29, 2025•2 min read
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Our personalized approach has made a real difference in the lives of educators, caregivers, students and corporate clients. Here’s what they have to say about their journey with us.
“Thank you so much for the time and attention you dedicated to provide sessions specifically tailored to build on our professional learning plan and for including every detail we discussed. Your attention to our district needs went above and beyond expectations. I’m very grateful for the feedback you were able to provide based on session discussions. It will serve to guide our next steps and follow up with administration.”
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-Isabel Acosta, Variations in Implementation of Quality Interventions (VIQI): Examining the Quality Child Outcomes Relationship in Child Care and Early Education
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